Motor Vehicle Technician IV - Wrecker and Tire Operations - Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Logistics Division - Wynne Unit Mechanical (039537)

Texas Department of Criminal Justice • Huntsville, TX

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About The Position

Performs advanced motor vehicle maintenance and repair work. Work involves estimating repairs; requisitioning parts and supplies; maintaining records of work performed; coordinating the operation
of a motor vehicle and equipment repair shop; and providing guidance to others. Works under limited
supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• One year full-time, wage-earning automotive or heavy equipment repair or maintenance or metal forming and fabricating or automotive parts retail sales experience.
• Knowledge of motor vehicle and equipment repair.
• Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
• Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.
• Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in problem-solving techniques.
• Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
• Skill in the use of machinery and equipment in assigned area.
• Skill to train inmates in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 45 lbs. and over, perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Correctional custody or law enforcement experience preferred.
• Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs repairs to trucks, tractors, buses, trailers, and other equipment; inventories tools, parts, tires, and other equipment; assists in requisitioning supplies, parts, oils, and fuels; and maintains records of purchases and requisitions.
• Maintains records on the operation and repair of vehicles and equipment.
• Assigns work to inmates; inspects quality of work; and instructs inmate workers in proper methods and equipment used in performing maintenance and repair.
• Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment; responds to emergency situations; performs various correctional and custodial support functions; and assists in maintaining security of assigned inmates.
• Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED